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5 Surprising Facts About Apples You Probably Didn't Know

5 Surprising Facts About Apples You Probably Didn t Know

Apples are a nutritious favorite, loaded with essential vitamins and fiber. But beyond the basics, these fruits hide some intriguing secrets. Grab a crisp apple and explore these lesser-known facts.

Did you know there's even a phobia named after apples? Keep reading to learn more.

Also read: '5 cool facts about bananas'

Malusdomesticaphobia

This rare phobia strikes fear into those affected by the sight or thought of apples—or sometimes all fruits. For sufferers, mealtime can be a real challenge.

Family of…

The Rose! Apples belong to the Rosaceae family, alongside peaches, pears, and roses themselves.

Vinegar

Love apple cider vinegar? It takes about 12 apples to produce just 1 liter of this popular health staple.

Peel

Two-thirds of an apple's fiber and antioxidants reside in the peel. /health/lists-and-tips/how-to-work-antioxidants/antioxidants So, think twice before tossing it away.

7500

That's the number of apple varieties grown worldwide. How many can you name?